There's something about the colder months that makes one crave a heavier cocktail. And by heavier, I mean something more substantial in taste and flavor, especially spicier and sweeter. Here's a few cold weather, holiday cocktails we thought we'd share with you this winter season. Salut!
Holiday Cocktails For Colder Weather
Mulled Wine
Typically, there's no specific recipe for making mulled wine. Commonly, a combo of spices is added to a simple syrup before adding red wine. Btdubs, I've seen variations of this recipe using fruity wines as well as deeper reds, so it's all up to you and your taste buds. For us, we went with a Cab. It's all heated through and served in (16 oz.) glasses (we prefer stemless), and garnished with orange slices and cinnamon sticks. YUM.
  80 Count Retro Holiday Cocktail Napkins With Funny Quotes, amazon.com |
  12 Pc. Holiday Drink Charms, amazon.com |
Spiced Sangria
This sangria is similar to mulled wine, but different. It's got the same spicy flavor as it's warmed-up cousin, but it's lighter in taste thanks to the addition of club soda. It's also chilled and served with bits of fruit like a traditional sangria. We prefer making this with a fruitier wine, such as beaujolais. It's so delish!
  Libbey Modern Bar Sangria Entertaining Set with 6 Stemmed Glasses and Pitcher, amazon.com |
  14 Pc. Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker Set With Bamboo Stand, amazon.com |
Cranberry-Rosemary Cocktails
This light and delicious cocktail is an all star during the holiday season, and the rosemary-infused simple syrup adds a bit of"je ne sais quoi" that definitely ups the flavor combo.
The recipe below is per drink, but the simple syrup recipe is enough for four.
Cranberry-Rosemary Cocktail
The recipe below is per drink, but the simple syrup recipe is enough for four.
Cranberry-Rosemary Cocktail
  2.5" Spherical Ice Molds, amazon.com |
  11 oz. Old Fashioned Whiskey Glasses, Set of 6, amazon.com |
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We're always on the hunt for new cocktails and other adult beverages. What are some of your favorites? Let us know in the comments below!
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